Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Sivas Throw Rug

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This Mid-20th century Turkish Sivas rug, measuring 3' 2" x 3' 7", showcases a finely drawn prayer design imbued with … Read more This Mid-20th century Turkish Sivas rug, measuring 3' 2" x 3' 7", showcases a finely drawn prayer design imbued with the elegance and refinement for which Sivas weavings are celebrated. At the center, an intricately rendered mihrab arch frames a delicate depiction of a lamp suspended from a series of architectural columns and floral medallions, evoking the imagery of Ottoman mosque interiors. Surrounding the field, multiple framing borders display scrolling vinery, stylized palmettes, and rosettes in a harmonious palette of soft ivory, warm apricot, pale rose, and muted brown, accented with subtle touches of plum. The composition is both architectural and ornamental, balancing geometric structure with graceful floral detail. This rug reflects the sophisticated artistry of Sivas workshops during the mid-20th century, where weavers combined classical Anatolian prayer motifs with gentle, refined colors, resulting in a piece that exudes both cultural symbolism and decorative beauty. See less